Ringle Crouch Green Mill, Smock windmill in Sandhurst, England.
Description
Ringle Crouch Green Mill is an octagonal windmill in Sandhurst with a rotating cap and five sails. The sails measure approximately 12.5 meters each, and the structure was designed for grinding grain.
History
The mill was built in 1844 by William Warren, a millwright from Hawkhurst, and replaced an earlier structure that had collapsed in 1842. It ground grain until 1912, when it stopped its original milling work.
Culture
The mill represents agricultural traditions that sustained local communities for generations, when such structures were essential for processing grain. Visitors can see how central these buildings were to the rhythm of rural life.
Practical
The location is in a rural setting and is best accessed on foot or by bicycle. Visiting in early or late afternoon provides the best light for viewing the octagonal structure and its surroundings.
Did you know?
Following its reconstruction in 1997, the mill was fitted with living quarters and a wind turbine for electricity generation. This transformation demonstrates how historical structures can be adapted for contemporary use.
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